Healthy Schools

Stop Before You Start!
We rarely pause between activities. As a result, we can carry the stress and tension of a previous activity, conversation, or train of thought over into what we are about to do. Before setting off on your walk, take a few moments to allow yourself to come into the present moment.

Enjoy a few moments in silence as you look around and engage your sense of sight.

Look up—explore the sky, the patterns in the clouds, the trees above. Look down—notice shadows, patterns in the dirt, colors, and textures on the ground.

Now look closely at an object that catches your attention, such as a leaf or the bark on a tree. Gently observe its colors, shape, and texture. Look for subtle details you might have missed at first glance. Allow yourself to become really curious about what you’re looking at.

Wellness Wednesday

Wellness Tip of the Week

Not only is it important to take care of friends and loved ones, but it is equally as important to take care of yourself.

Experts say, "You can't take care of others until you take care of yourself".

Douglas County School District Nondiscrimination Notice: The Douglas County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, genetic information, or physical characteristics, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment of, or employment in educational programs or activities. The School District’s Compliance Officer is Ted Knight, Assistant Superintendent, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, complianceofficer@dcsdk12.org, 303-387-0067. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees and members of the public.